County jail scores high marks in audit

The Larimer County Jail received the highest marks possible in an accreditation audit by the American Correctional Association.

As part of the audit, the jail had to prove compliance with 384 standards. Auditors found the Larimer County Jail met 100 percent of the 61 mandatory standards and 323 non-mandatory standards, according to the sheriff's office.

The audit assesses a facility's administration and management, physical plant, operations and services, and inmate programs. It also assesses issues that may affect the quality of life at a facility.

- Coloradoan staff

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County jail scores high marks in audit

The Larimer County Jail received the highest marks possible in an accreditation audit by the American Correctional Association. As part of the audit, the jail had to prove compliance with 384